Lake of the Woods Pooch

From LOWISA

We have received some fine pictures this week but cannot resist this montage of boating fails. Please don’t try any of this on your boat.

Aug 23, 2023

From LOWISA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Can anyone resist a brown eyed furry guy in foul weather gear on the side deck? Absolutely not. This great shot came from LOWISA, the big fun event in north-western Ontario.

Top that if you can. Mind you the POTW Photo of the week doesn’t need to be a pup or even a cat! Anything on or near a boat will do the trick – kids, signs sunsets – whatever makes your phone or Nikon click is what we’re after. Send your shots to cyonboard@kerrwil.com and put POTW in the subject line. Then check back next edition!

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